The 2013 Rock’n Ribfest is a yearly fest of barbecued ribs and family-friendly amusement, which was founded by the Rotary Club of Nashua West as a campaign for local non-profit organizations.

This time, Zco Corporation, a New Hampshire based application development company, is participating in the fest as a gold sponsor. Moreover, Zco is proud to present the corresponding iPhone and Android app specifically developed for the celebration, which will be available in the iTunes App Store and Google Play prior to the event.

Rock’n Ribfest is planned for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 14, 15, and 16, 2013, at the Anheuser-Busch brewery, 221 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH. The fest enthusiasts can buy ribs and other food specialties from local restaurants and nationally renowned ribbers all through the weekend.

Proceeds from Rock’n Ribfest benefit Nashua Rotary West’s giving program, which in turn assists dozens of local charities, like Big Brothers Big Sisters, Humane Society of Greater Nashua, Nashua Soup Kitchen, and Meals on Wheels. The full list of charities and sponsors is available at the Rock’n Ribfest website.

“As a New Hampshire headquartered company, we are thrilled to be able to give back to our community by doing what we do best,” said Katie Meurin, Zco’s Marketing Director. Zco’s custom-built mobile app for the Rock’n Ribfest gives a complete list of events, driving directions, parking and ticket prices, links to sponsors’ websites, and other details.

The admission rates for those above eight years old is $10, which includes entry to fest grounds, all band concerts, entry to visit McDonny’s Farm animals, and the stunt air show each afternoon. Advance ticket purchase can be done through the Rock’n Ribfest website for $7 each (plus $1.25 shipping and handling per order) until June 10.

The event will showcase live music performances from Beau Badrick, Giving Moon, Gary Hoey, The Pop Farmers, The Psychedelic Relics, The James Montgomery Blues Band with special guests Barrence Whitfield and The Uptown Horns, and The Slakas. Additional entertainment options include a teen band competition, children’s bounce houses, tethered hot air balloon rides, and more.

Military Appreciation Day will be observed on Sunday, June 16 at Ribfest. Free entry can be enjoyed by active military and active reserve personnel with a military ID. Active military and active reserve personnel can bring up to four family members to the festival.

The Rock’n Ribfest also serves as the official site of the NH State Barbecue Championship, in which judges select the NH State Barbecue Champion. He or she is then qualified for the National Barbecue Championship in the fall.